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Microbiology is a field where curiosity meets application, paving the way for meaningful scientific advancements.

— Joshua Lederberg

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The purpose of science is to develop a shared understanding of the natural world.

The ability of microbes to adapt and evolve is unparalleled in the natural world.

Microbiology offers an understanding of the hidden world of microbes that is essential for understanding our own biology.

Microbes have been shaping the course of evolution since the beginning of life.

The evolution of life forms required billions of years for the first steps.

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